Planning with Natural Disasters Land Use Analysis Using GIS and Remote Sensing Case

Download or read book Planning with Natural Disasters Land Use Analysis Using GIS and Remote Sensing Case written by Eduardo Rendon and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABSTRACT Cities in the developing world are facing increased risks of disaster. Potential human and economic losses from natural hazards are now frequently observed in unplanned urban areas. In December 1999, debris flow inundated coastal communities in La Guaira, Venezuela and caused severe property destruction and a catastrophic death toll of approximately 15,000 people. This research focuses on land use analysis through the identification of the most vulnerable areas using geospatial techniques. This process directed the evaluation of the most suitable areas for development. The study also combines literature reviews, precedent studies, remote sensing for urban applications and design strategies addressing disaster resilience. Information obtained from the satellite images processing shows that 27.5% of the residential land use in the study area was affected by debris flow during the atypical rainfalls. The serious consequences have significantly affected the society, economy and even the landscape and urban developments. The land use analysis performed covers a set of actions undertaken to redesign and restore communities affected by this natural disaster. La Guaira could be reimagined and revitalized through a combination of resilience measures, including protected areas and green corridors.